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NewsSustainability notation for Harvey Gulf OSVs
A pair of Harvey Gulf International Marine Offshore Support Vessels has been awarded the ABS Sustainability Class 1 Notation in recognition of how their design and operation is aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
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Ammonia coalition welcomes new partner
A multinational coalition committed to making zero emissions shipping a reality through the development of ammonia-fuelled tankers has welcomed a seventh partner.
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Oceanbird wind propulsion JV company finalised
On 22 November, Alfa Laval and Wallenius finalized the 50/50 joint venture that will take Oceanbird wind power solutions from cutting-edge marine concept to commercial reality. Source: Oceanbird Oceanbird will take wind power solutions from a cutting-edge marine concept to commercial reality
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BV AiP for HHI floating offshore wind turbine foundation
Bureau Veritas has awarded approval in principle to Hyundai Heavy Industries for its design and development of a new floating offshore wind turbine foundation.
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Next-gen tug partnership
A new partnership has been formed to advance China’s intelligent vessel standards and next-gen tug technology.
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Maersk looks to green finance for newbuild projects
Maersk has launched its Green Finance Framework designed to allow the company to issue a variety of sustainable financing instruments such as bonds, loans and project finance.
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ABL Group to acquire ship design firm OSD-IMT
Energy and marine consultancy AqualisBraemar LOC (ABL) Group is taking over the UK operations of ship design and marine consultancy firm OSD-IMT from Damen Shipyards Group.
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ClassNK issues revised guidance on minimum propulsion requirements
ClassNK has updated its support tool which helps shipyards comply with IMO guidelines for minimum propulsion power to maintain the manoeuvrability of ships in adverse conditions.
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Alfa Laval first to join ABB’s climate action movement
Alfa Laval has joined ABB’s energy efficiency movement, committing to improving its efficiency in operations by 5% by 2023 compared with 2020.
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Double celebration for MS Award winners Windship Technology
Graham Harvey, CEO of Windship Technology introduced the company’s Zero Emission Solution to a conference audience for the first time in the Motorship Award session on day one of this year’s conference.
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Shipping hosts decarbonisation event at COP26
Global shipping and announced a cross-industry event bringing together leaders in shipping, energy, politics and finance to discuss maritime decarbonisation.
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Jotun hull solution for new bulk carrier
U-Ming, SWS and Jotun are joining forces to provide Jotun Hull Skating Solutions (HSS) for U-Ming’s 190,000 dwt dual-fuel bulk carrier newbuilding project at Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipyard (SWS) in Shanghai, China.
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DNV and Atlas establish a joint collaboration space in Shanghai
DNV and Atlas Corp’s shipping arm, Seaspan, have teamed up to create a joint collaboration space (JCS) in Shanghai.
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Wallem Group appoints permanent CEO
John-Kaare Aune has been appointed chief executive at Wallem Group after a successful term as interim CEO.
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Damen Shiprepair & Conversion appoints new MD
Damen Shipyards Group has appointed a new managing director of Shiprepair & Conversion, one of its seven divisions.
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Norway’s ambitions to help unlock renewables
Norway’s maritime and offshore energy expertise could be the key to unlocking the renewable energy growth the world demands, says a director of Norwegian Energy Partners (Norwep), Jon Dugstad.
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EU Stage V compliance certification
Wärtsilä has received marine sector commercial certification for compliance with the EU’s Stage V standards.
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Berlin funding for inland Diesel upgrades
New German Government funding for future-oriented propulsion system upgrades on inland ships has been extended to also include diesel engines and associated plant, reports Tom Todd.
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Joint research on marine plastic waste
K Line has signed an agreement with Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (TUMSAT) to jointly research ridding the oceans of plastic waste.
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IACS chair emphasises safety in first speech
The chief executive of Lloyd’s Register has been formally introduced as the new chair of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) at a press conference in London.
